Production Engineer

About the position

Ahlstrom is seeking a Production Engineer at their plant in De Pere, Wisconsin. This position has responsibility for the achievement of safety, quality, production, cost, and product development objectives of a paper machine process line. This position works closely with the Machine Manager and production Team Members to achieve these objectives in a safe, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting in the achievement of safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost control, compliance, and housekeeping objectives of the process line
• Support Machine Manager in leading a paper machine process line, including daily and long term activities
• Facilitate operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement
• Provide Team Members with needed equipment and training resources
• Provide guidance to Team Members to foster individual growth
• Manage assigned projects to successful completion
• Provide technical support for product development trials
• Learn and assist in the deployment of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Lead investigations for safety, quality, or operations issues
• Must follow Ahlstrom's manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable, to the position's areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering field (Mechanical, Paper Science, Chemical, Electrical or related degree)
• Related experience preferred
• High safety awareness and focus on injury prevention
• Quality mindset with an emphasis on continuous improvement
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Project management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Aptitude for learning new software systems
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis